Speaking Part 1: Borrowing and Lending
Borrowing, lending and sharing
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Borrowing, Lending and Sharing
How to use this lesson
Teacher
Check vocabulary before class. Students have 25 minutes to complete the full unit.
Learner
Review vocabulary and phrases first. Then, record your answers in Module 2.
Unit Words: 5-Item Review
Read the word bank below. Match the right words to complete each sentence.
1. It was cold outside, so my friend offered to lend me his warm ______.
2. I wrap a soft ______ around my neck on chilly windy mornings.
3. When you borrow something, you should always ______ your promise and give it back on time.
4. Do you have a ______ pen I can use for ten minutes?
5. He is an active ______ of our cycling club who rides a cool electric scooter.
Common Collocations: Matching
Match each collocation with its correct meaning. No meaning contains words from the collocation.
Useful Sentence Patterns
Use these three natural patterns when answering speaking questions about borrowing or sharing.
"A friend of mine ..."
"Mine is ..."
"I always ask to borrow ..."
Build-up complete!
You are now ready to practice the 8 IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions in Module 2.
IELTS Speaking Part 1 Practice
Answer each question out loud in your own words. Check the model answer after your recording is finished.
Do you ever borrow things from your friends?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Well, I sometimes borrow small things from my friends, like a spare pen or a charger. Last week, I didn't have my textbook, so a friend of mine shared hers with me during class."
What was the last thing you lent to a friend?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Um, I lent my favorite blue jacket to my classmate David two days ago. It was raining outside, and he forgot his warm clothes at home, so I was happy to help."
Is there anything of yours that you never lend to other people?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Well, I never lend my smartphone to anyone, because it has all my private messages. It's quite expensive too, so I'm always worried someone might break the screen."
Who in your family always asks to borrow your things?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Actually, my younger brother always asks to borrow my bicycle. He loves riding it around our neighborhood with his group of friends, but, um, he often forgets to lock it up properly."
Do you and your friends share books, clothes or games?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Yeah, my friends and I often share video games and comic books. When I finish playing a game, I pass it on to them, so we don't have to spend a lot of money."
Do you share a room with anybody in your family?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Yes, I share a small bedroom with my older sister. It's usually fine, but, um, her desk is always messy, while mine is tidy. Sometimes we argue a bit, but we get along well."
Would you borrow a bicycle in a new city, or would you walk?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Well, I would walk if the places are close by. But in a big new city, I'd definitely borrow a bicycle, because it's much faster and, um, it keeps you fit and active."
What do you say when you want to borrow something?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer (view after recording) ▼"Um, I usually smile and say politely, 'Excuse me, could I borrow your charger for a few minutes? Mine is dead.' And I always promise to return it right away."
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